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A calm afternoon in Champaign County took a turn for the worst after a house caught fire Monday afternoon.
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‘It burned so quickly’: Crews fight house fire in Urbana
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A calm afternoon in Champaign County took a turn for the worst after a house caught fire Monday afternoon. Firefighters say it happened at the corner of South Pfeffer Ro…
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/it-burned-so-quickly-crews-fight-house-fire-in-urbana/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A gunman opened fire on the Teotihuacan Pyramids in Mexico on Monday, killing one and injuring 13 others, including some Americans, in a rare attack on a tourist site.
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Gunman kills 1, injures 13 tourists at historic pyramids in Mexico
The shooting took place shortly after 11:30 a.m., when dozens of tourists were at the top of the Pyramid of the Moon.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/gunman-kills-1-injures-13-tourists-at-historic-pyramids-in-mexico/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Eighteen years ago, Jenna Karvunidis was expecting her first baby. She got her friends and family together for a party, cut into a cake, revealing pink icing inside. The baby was a girl.
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The creator of the gender reveal party is ‘horrified’ at what parents are doing now
“If I could have gone back and never done it I wouldn’t, just for the sole reason of not affecting her childhood. I would have never done it.”
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/the-creator-of-the-gender-reveal-party-is-horrified-at-what-parents-are-doing-now/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 2 hours ago
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EbertFest has officially wrapped for good, and the festival is leaving Champaign.
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Curtain call: EbertFest comes to a close in Champaign-Urbana
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — EbertFest has officially wrapped for good, and the festival is leaving Champaign. Experience Champaign-Urbana said in the more than 25 years the film festival has bee…
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/curtain-call-ebertfest-comes-to-a-close-in-champaign-urbana/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 2 hours ago
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Think you’ve got a classic last name? Brown, Davis, Johnson, Jones, Miller, Smith, Williams and Wilson are the definition of classic in the U.S.
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Most of the nation’s top names are the same since the 1700s – except these 7 that are new
Think you’ve got a classic last name? A small handful of surnames have dominated in the U.S. since 1790. But recent history tells a different story.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/most-of-the-nations-top-names-are-the-same-since-the-1700s-except-these-7-that-are-new/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 3 hours ago
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University of Illinois researchers have created a new way to detect cancer in lymph nodes using ultraviolet and infrared cameras.
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U of I researchers develop camera to detect cancer in lymph nodes
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — University of Illinois researchers have created a new way to detect cancer in lymph nodes using ultraviolet and infrared cameras. Engineering professor Viktor Gruev said…
https://www.wcia.com/news/health-news/u-of-i-researchers-develop-camera-to-detect-cancer-in-lymph-nodes/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 3 hours ago
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April showers usually bring May flowers, but for some of us, the showers are also seemingly bringing out another spring sight: dandelions.
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Is a dandelion a weed or a flower? What experts say
Those little yellow flowers are popping up in yards again.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/is-a-dandelion-a-weed-or-a-flower-what-experts-say/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 4 hours ago
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The NCAA Men's Gymnastics Championships were in town over the weekend. For those of you who went, you might have seen an important member of the Illini in the stands.
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9-year-old ‘teammate’ cheers on Illinois’ men’s gymnastics team thanks to nonprofit
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The NCAA Men’s Gymnastics Championships were in town over the weekend. For those of you who went, you might have seen an important member of the Illini i…
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/9-year-old-teammate-cheers-on-illinois-mens-gymnastics-team-thanks-to-nonprofit/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 4 hours ago
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The House Ethics Committee has conducted 20 investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the House since 2017, the panel revealed in a rare, lengthy public statement on Monday.
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Ethics panel reveals it’s conducted 20 sexual misconduct investigations into lawmakers since 2017
The House Ethics Committee has conducted 20 investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the House since 2017, the panel revealed in a rare, lengthy public statement on Monday…
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/ethics-panel-reveals-its-conducted-20-sexual-misconduct-investigations-into-lawmakers-since-2017/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 13 hours ago
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The Taylorville Police Department is warning the public about a ransom scam, where scammers can make it seem as if they are calling from a loved one’s phone number to try and take your money.
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Ransom scam reported in Taylorville; here’s what to look out for
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Taylorville Police Department is warning the public about a ransom scam, where scammers can make it seem as if they are calling from a loved one’s phone n…
https://www.wcia.com/news/christian-county/ransom-scam-reported-in-taylorville-heres-what-to-look-out-for/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 13 hours ago
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On Friday, Pauls Valley High School students chose to name their principal — not a fellow classmate — prom king for 2026. The honor came 10 days after Principal Kirk Moore tackled a gunman who opened fire inside the school.
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WATCH: ‘Hero’ Oklahoma principal who tackled school shooter is crowned prom king
On Friday, Pauls Valley High School students chose to name their principal — not a fellow classmate — prom king for 2026. The honor came 10 days after Principal Kirk Moore tackled a gunman who open…
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/watch-hero-oklahoma-principal-who-tackled-school-shooter-is-crowned-prom-king/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 14 hours ago
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DEVELOPING: Part of Illinois Route 121 will be shut down in Macon County for an estimated two to three hours after a crash. State Police also said several people were taken to the hospital with injuries.
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Crash shuts down IL Rt. 121 in Macon Co. for estimated 2-3 hours: State Police
MACON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Part of Illinois Route 121 will be shut down in Macon County for an estimated two to three hours after a two-vehicle crash. In an email sent to WCIA, Illinois Stat…
https://www.wcia.com/news/macon-county/crash-shuts-down-il-rt-121-in-macon-co-for-estimated-2-3-hours-state-police/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 14 hours ago
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Illinois is leading the nation this year when it comes to the number of tornadoes.
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Number of confirmed tornadoes from Friday in Central IL continues growing
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Illinois is leading the nation this year when it comes to the number of tornadoes. The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed more than 80 tornadoes in 2026. At least …
https://www.wcia.com/news/illinois-news/number-of-confirmed-tornadoes-from-friday-in-central-il-continues-growing/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 14 hours ago
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FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million Monday after the magazine published explosive reporting detailing the director was fearful of losing his job and struggled to be reached after nights of excessive drinking.
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Patel sues Atlantic over report on job performance, alcohol use
FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million Monday after the magazine published explosive reporting detailing the director was fearful of losing his job and struggled to be reached a…
https://www.wcia.com/hill-politics/patel-sues-atlantic-over-report-on-job-performance-alcohol-use/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 15 hours ago
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The Champaign Police Department and the Illinois Department of Revenue served a search warrant at a business in Champaign on Monday.
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IDR, police serve search warrant at Champaign business
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department and the Illinois Department of Revenue served a search warrant at a business in Champaign on Monday. In a statement sent to WCIA, the …
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/idr-police-serve-search-warrant-at-champaign-business/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 15 hours ago
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Grant Arbuckle and Callie Turner of Mahomet-Seymour Agricultural Supplies joined WCIA in the studio to talk about the school’s upcoming plant sale.
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Community Spotlight: Mahomet-Seymour Ag Supply plant sale
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Grant Arbuckle and Callie Turner of Mahomet-Seymour Agricultural Supplies joined WCIA in the studio to talk about the school’s upcoming plant sale. Arbuckle is …
https://www.wcia.com/community-spotlight/community-spotlight-mahomet-seymour-ag-supply-plant-sale/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 15 hours ago
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President Trump and his Cabinet officials are offering mixed messages on gas prices as Americans grow increasingly uneasy over the Iran war’s economic impact.
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Trump and his Cabinet offer mixed messages on gas prices amid Iran war
President Trump and his Cabinet officials are offering mixed messages on gas prices as Americans grow increasingly uneasy over the Iran war’s economic impact. Energy Secr…
https://www.wcia.com/hill-politics/trump-and-his-cabinet-offer-mixed-messages-on-gas-prices-amid-iran-war/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 16 hours ago
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The third man facing charges in connection to a reported hate crime in Paris appeared in court for the first time on Monday.
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3rd man facing hate crime charge involving Danville alderman appears in court
PARIS, Ill. (WCIA) — The third man facing charges in connection to a reported hate crime in Paris appeared in court for the first time on Monday. 21-year-old Jayden A. Reynolds is facing char…
https://www.wcia.com/news/edgar-county/3rd-man-facing-hate-crime-charge-involving-danville-alderman-appears-in-court/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 16 hours ago
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The Urbana Police Department is investigating after an 18-year-old arrived at Carle Hospital with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds in his leg and finger.
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Urbana Police investigating after teen arrives at hospital with gunshot wounds
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Urbana Police Department is investigating after an 18-year-old arrived at Carle Hospital with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds in his leg and finger. Lieutenant D…
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/urbana-police-investigating-after-teen-arrives-at-hospital-with-gunshot-wounds/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 17 hours ago
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DEVELOPING: Firefighters responded to the scene of a house fire in Urbana on Monday.
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/crews-respond-to-urbana-fire-heavy-smoke-coming-from-the-home/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 17 hours ago
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Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down from the job that he inherited from the late Steve Jobs, ending a nearly 15-year reign that saw the company’s market value soar by more than $3.6 trillion during an iPhone-fueled era of prosperity.
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Tim Cook will step down as Apple CEO and hand reins over to the iPhone maker’s hardware leader
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down from the job that he inherited from the late Steve Jobs, ending a nearly 15-year reign that saw the company’s market value soar by more than $3.6 trillion during…
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/tim-cook-will-step-down-as-apple-ceo-and-hand-reins-over-to-the-iphone-makers-hardware-leader/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 18 hours ago
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The Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking for the public's help to identify the suspects in a retail theft case.
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Champaign Co. Crime Stoppers asking for help to ID suspects in retail theft case
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help to identify the suspects in a retail theft case. The theft happened around 2 p.m. on April 4…
https://www.wcia.com/champaign-county-crime-stoppers/champaign-co-crime-stoppers-asking-for-help-to-id-suspects-in-retail-theft-case/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 18 hours ago
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Officials in Los Angeles are seeking to charge D4vd with first-degree murder “in connection with the brutal and horrific murder” of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced at a news conference Monday.
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D4vd to be charged with 1st-degree murder in connection with ‘horrific’ death of 14-year-old, DA says
D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, was arrested by Los Angeles police officers at a home in the Hollywood Hills at around 5 p.m. Thursday.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/d4vd-to-be-charged-with-1st-degree-murder-in-connection-with-horrific-death-of-14-year-old-da-says/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 19 hours ago
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The driver who suffered “life-threatening injuries” after a crash in Decatur on Sunday is reportedly in stable condition, police said.
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UPDATE: Driver injured in Sunday Decatur crash reportedly in stable condition
Update: 3 p.m. 4/20/26 DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The driver who suffered “life-threatening injuries” after a crash in Decatur on Sunday is reportedly in stable condition, police said…
https://www.wcia.com/news/macon-county/driver-hospitalized-with-life-threatening-injuries-after-decatur-crash/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 19 hours ago
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The Coles County Sheriff said improvements have been made to the jail after multiple inmates attempted suicide last month.
https://www.wcia.com/coles-county/coles-co-sheriff-says-mental-health-services-expanded-after-suicide-attempts-at-jail/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Coles Co. Sheriff says mental health services expanded after suicide attempts at jail
COLES COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — The Coles County Sheriff said improvements have been made to the jail after multiple inmates attempted suicide last month. Sheriff Kent Martin previously told WCIA…
https://www.wcia.com/coles-county/coles-co-sheriff-says-mental-health-services-expanded-after-suicide-attempts-at-jail/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 19 hours ago
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A second tornado touched down in Iroquois County during Friday night’s severe weather, the US National Weather Service confirmed.
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UPDATE: Second tornado confirmed in Iroquois Co. gets EF-2 rating
UPDATE on 4/20 at 1 p.m. IROQUOIS COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — A second tornado touched down in Iroquois County during Friday night’s severe weather, the US National Weather Service confirmed.…
https://www.wcia.com/news/iroquois-county/severe-storms-tornado-reported-in-iroquois-co/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 20 hours ago
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The American Library Association (ALA) says book bans remain stubbornly high, announcing that 2025 saw the second-highest documented level of book challenges, narrowly missing the top spot recorded in 2023.
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Book bans stuck at record high
The American Library Association (ALA) says book bans remain stubbornly high, announcing that 2025 saw the second-highest documented level of book challenges, narrowly missing the top spot recorded…
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/book-bans-stuck-at-record-high/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 21 hours ago
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The Senate is expected to vote as early as this week on a budget blueprint for a second reconciliation bill that includes funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol.
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This week on The Hill: Senate takes first steps on reconciliation 2.0
The Senate is expected to vote as early as this week on a budget blueprint for a second reconciliation bill that includes funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol.&nb…
https://www.wcia.com/hill-politics/this-week-on-the-hill-senate-takes-first-steps-on-reconciliation-2-0/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 22 hours ago
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Decatur firefighters battled a large house fire overnight and successfully kept the flames from spreading to a historic mansion next door.
https://www.wcia.com/news/macon-county/decatur-firefighters-extinguish-large-house-fire-next-to-historic-mansion/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 22 hours ago
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Two U.S. Embassy officials died in a car crash on Sunday alongside one Mexican official and an officer in the Mexican state of Chihuahua.
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2 US Embassy officials die in car crash in Mexico
Two U.S. Embassy officials died in a car crash on Sunday alongside one Mexican official and an officer in the Mexican state of Chihuahua. The group had worked earlier to shut down a drug lab in th…
https://www.wcia.com/news/2-us-embassy-officials-die-in-car-crash-in-mexico/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 23 hours ago
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Members of the faculty union returned to work at the University of Illinois Springfield on Monday after a tentative agreement was reached, suspending an 11-day strike.
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UIS, union faculty reach tentative agreement, suspending 11-day strike
SRPINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Members of the faculty union returned to work at the University of Illinois Springfield on Monday after a tentative agreement was reached, suspending an 11-day stri…
https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/uis-union-faculty-reach-tentative-agreement-suspending-11-day-strike/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 23 hours ago
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Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that gas prices may not drop below $3 until next year, as energy prices spike amid Iran’s restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Gas prices may not drop below $3 ‘until next year,’ Energy Secretary says
The national average for a gallon of regular gas remains above $4.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/gas-prices-may-not-drop-below-3-until-next-year-energy-secretary-says/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
about 24 hours ago
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After surviving cuts last year, the University of Illinois’ USDA labs are back in jeopardy.
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‘The hazards are real’: U of I’s USDA labs facing possible relocation
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — After surviving cuts last year, the University of Illinois’ USDA labs are back in jeopardy. The university has several of USDA’s Agricultural Resea…
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/the-hazards-are-real-u-of-is-usda-labs-facing-possible-relocation/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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Pakistan moved ahead Monday with preparations for a new round of talks between the United States and Iran days before a tenuous ceasefire is set to expire, even as renewed conflict around the Strait of Hormuz raised questions about whether the meeting would take place.
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Iran and US talks in doubt after violence in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei told reporters in Tehran on Monday that there were no plans yet to attend the talks with the U.S. But at the same time, he did not rule it out.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/iran-and-us-talks-in-doubt-after-violence-in-strait-of-hormuz/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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Now that the weather is turning nicer, Champaign’s Prairie Farm is inviting people to enjoy the outdoors, and furry friends.
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Champaign Park District invites community out after Prairie Farm opens for the season
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Now that the weather is turning nicer, Champaign’s Prairie Farm is inviting people to enjoy the outdoors, and furry friends. It opened on Saturday, and employee…
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/champaign-park-district-invites-community-out-after-prairie-farm-opens-for-the-season/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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You may know Joey Chestnut for his competitive hot dog-eating skills, but there are far more foods in his repertoire – popcorn, shrimp cocktail, chicken wings, bologna, bagels, to name a few.
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Joey Chestnut adds new food to his list of victories: Chili buns
The competitive eater has added a new food to his list of victories.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/joey-chestnut-adds-new-food-to-his-list-of-victories-chili-buns/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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The Illinois Junior Rowing Invitational hit the water at Clinton Lake on Sunday.
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Illini Rowing hosts Junior Rowing Invitational after getting major upgrades
DEWITT COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois Junior Rowing Invitational hit the water at Clinton Lake on Sunday. WCIA previously reported that a local team was raising funds for a new boathouse.…
https://www.wcia.com/news/dewitt-county/illini-rowing-hosts-junior-rowing-invitational-after-getting-major-upgrades/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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A refund system for businesses that paid tariffs, which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump imposed without the constitutional authority to do so, is scheduled to launch Monday.
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Businesses can soon claim refunds for tariffs: What about consumers?
It’s the first step in a complicated process.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/businesses-can-soon-claim-refunds-for-tariffs-what-about-consumers/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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Crossing finish lines and crushing barriers is a reality one father in Central Illinois never thought would be possible.
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Face of the Race: Danville man going the distance for his family
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Crossing finish lines and crushing barriers is a reality one father in Central Illinois never thought would be possible. Loren Green chose to turn his lifestyle upside…
https://www.wcia.com/news/vermilion-county/face-of-the-race-danville-man-going-the-distance-for-his-family/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A 16-year-old is now facing charges after a 17-year-old was fatally shot during a senior skip day in Memphis, Tennessee, that started as a water gun fight.
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Teen dead, another arrested after water gun fight on senior skip day turned violent in Tennessee
Authorities say a water gun fight had been taken place when, at some point, a real gun was fired.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/teen-dead-another-arrested-after-water-gun-fight-on-senior-skip-day-turned-violent-in-tennessee/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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A 72-year-old was taken to the hospital with life-threatening-injuries after a crash in Decatur on Sunday afternoon.
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Driver hospitalized with ‘life-threatening-injuries’ after Decatur crash
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A 72-year-old was taken to the hospital with life-threatening-injuries after a crash in Decatur on Sunday afternoon. The Decatur Police Department said the two-vehicle …
https://www.wcia.com/news/macon-county/driver-hospitalized-with-life-threatening-injuries-after-decatur-crash/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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Significant damage was reported in Iroquois County following severe storms Friday night.
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Severe storms, tornado reported in Iroquois Co.
IROQUOIS COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Significant damage was reported in Iroquois County following severe storms Friday night. Scott Anderson, Iroquois County EMA Director, said his office is workin…
https://www.wcia.com/news/iroquois-county/severe-storms-tornado-reported-in-iroquois-co/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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About 1,000 animal welfare activists who tried to gain entry Saturday to a beagle breeding and research facility in Wisconsin were turned back by police who fired rubber bullets and pepper spray into the crowd and arrested the group’s leader.
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Hundreds trying to storm Wisconsin beagle research facility met with rubber bullets, pepper spray
The facility has denied mistreating animals but agreed to give up its state breeding license as part of a deal to avoid prosecution on animal mistreatment charges.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/hundreds-trying-to-storm-wisconsin-beagle-research-facility-met-with-rubber-bullets-pepper-spray/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The Tolono Fire Protection District will be honoring a group of first responders Monday for their lifesaving efforts during an emergency response earlier this year.
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Tolono Fire announces Lifesaver Award Ceremony to honor first responders
TOLONO, Ill. (WCIA) — The Tolono Fire Protection District will be honoring a group of first responders Monday for their lifesaving efforts during an emergency response earlier this year. On J…
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/tolono-fire-announces-lifesaver-award-ceremony-to-honor-first-responders/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A new poll shows that more than half of Americans say they think President Trump’s immigration agenda is “too aggressive.”
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More than half of Americans say Trump immigration agenda ‘too aggressive’: Survey
51% said the presence of ICE officers makes cities more dangerous, according to the poll.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/more-than-half-of-americans-say-trump-immigration-agenda-too-aggressive-survey/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A storm with winds of up to 100 miles per hour ripped through Gibson City Friday night, causing severe damage to the city’s American Legion.
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Gibson City organization damaged after storm
GIBSON CITY, Ill. (WCIA) – A storm with winds of up to 100 miles per hour ripped through Gibson City Friday night, causing severe damage to the city’s American Legion. “We were playing…
https://www.wcia.com/news/ford-county/gibson-city-organization-damaged-after-storm/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
1 day ago
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Five people, including students from the University of Iowa, were injured after an overnight shooting near the school, according to police, who are now looking to speak with persons of interest.
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5 injured, including students, in shooting near the University of Iowa
The investigation remains ongoing.
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After over 50 years as an organization, the Paxton Community Nursery School will be shutting its doors for good at the end of the school year due to low enrollment and budget deficits.
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Paxton Community Nursery School closing at end of school year due to low enrollment
PAXTON, Ill. (WCIA) — After over 50 years as an organization, the Paxton Community Nursery School will be shutting its doors for good at the end of the school year due to low enrollment and b…
https://www.wcia.com/news/ford-county/paxton-community-nursery-school-closing-at-end-of-school-year-due-to-low-enrollment/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Eight children are dead following a shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, authorities have confirmed. The suspect is also dead, after being fatally shot by police, and investigators are now reviewing multiple crime scenes.
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8 children, all younger than 15, dead following Louisiana mass shooting: Police
Authorities said the children were killed in a domestic disturbance, and the suspect is dead following a police pursuit.
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A University of Illinois law student is being charged after the Champaign County State’s Attorney said he hit a teenager with his car on purpose Thursday night.
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U of I law student accused of purposely hitting teen on e-bike
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A University of Illinois law student is being charged after the Champaign County State’s Attorney said he hit a teenager with his car on purpose Thursday…
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